Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac STS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Radiator Outlet Pipe & Bolts

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Install the coolant pipe.
Loose assemble all the coolant pipe bolts.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the coolant pipe to thermostat bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the coolant pipe to thermostat bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Install the coolant pipe to cylinder head bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the coolant pipe to cylinder head bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Install the coolant pipe to generator bracket bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the coolant pipe to generator bracket bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Connect the radiator outlet hose to the coolant pipe. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LY7) .
Install the auxiliary water pump hose from the pipe. Refer to Auxiliary Water Pump Inlet Hose Replacement
Install the wiring harnesses to the coolant inlet pipe.
Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) .